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SUMMARY:Small Business Basics & Government Contracting Fundamentals
DESCRIPTION:Get ready to level up your business game with expert tips on navigating small business basics and securing government contracts.\n\n\nBuild your business foundation and learn how to sell to the government. Covers basics\, certifications\, bidding\, and proposals. \n​Are you a small business owner looking to strengthen your foundation and explore opportunities to sell to the government? Join the Arkansas APEX Accelerator and the Startup Junkie Foundation for an in-person workshop led by Kimberly Randle\, Procurement Counselor with the Arkansas APEX Accelerator. \n​This practical session covers the essentials of starting and growing a business while introducing the fundamentals of government contracting. \n​Topics include: \n\n​Creating a Lean Canvas business plan\n​Choosing the right business structure\n​Exploring financing and funding options\n​Low- and no-cost marketing strategies\n​How to identify government contract opportunities\n​Steps to become certified to respond to government contracts\n​Navigating the bidding process\n​Best practices for developing competitive proposals\n\n​Whether you’re just getting started or looking to expand into government contracting\, this workshop provides a clear roadmap and actionable insights to help you move forward with confidence. \n​There is no charge to attend. Arkansas APEX Accelerator services are provided at no cost to Arkansas businesses. \n​To schedule an Office Hours appointment with Kimberly prior to the workshop\, email krandle@uada.edu.
URL:https://kiva-nwa.org/event/small-business-basics-government-contracting-fundamentals-2/
LOCATION:Harrison Regional Chamber of Commerce\, 621 East Rush Avenue\, Harrison\, AR 72601\, Harrison\, AR\, 72601\, US
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